Be Our Guest!

Loken’s Sawmill Inn & Suites is located in the heart of Southeast Minnesota’s Bluff Country. The Inn was newly constructed in 2005 on the site of Grandpa’s sawmill and is owned and operated by us (John and Eileen), along with our kids Elizabeth and James. Bicycle enthusiasts will find the Root River State Trail at our back door. The Houston Nature Center is the beginning of the 42-mile trail. Enjoy spectacular scenery while biking, hiking, cross-country skiing, or in-line skating starting right here. For snowmobilers, there are many miles of groomed snowmobile trails.

In our wooded hills, along the Southeast Minnesota Scenic Byway (Highway 16), wildlife abounds. Hunters will find an abundance of small and large game including grouse, pheasants, turkeys and deer. Fishermen will find bountiful trout streams nearby in our hills. We’re about twenty minutes away from the Mississippi River. Year ’round, bird watchers and naturalists will enjoy the beautiful scenery of our bluff country.

Come experience it for yourself!


John & Eileen Loken
Sawmill Special

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From January 1st through February 29th we will be lowering our room rates.                                           Monday – Thursday:   $64.95 + tax                            Monday – Thursday:  Single Occupancy  $54.95  + tax     Friday – Saturday:       $74.95 + tax                             ( $10.00 for each additional adult )

Local News & Area Events

Happy New Year! Wishing everyone good health and many memorable moments with family and friends. Safe Travels

Remember if you like using the Mississippi we are less than 20 miles from it.

Houston – Money Creek Snowriders
The Houston-Money Creek Snowriders are located 14 miles south of Interstate 90 at the intersection of Hwy 16 and 76 in the Root River Valley in the town of Houston. Established in 1972 the HMC Snowriders maintain approximately 90 miles of some of the most scenic and breath taking snowmobile trails in Houston County. Our trails interconnect with all the trail systems within the surrounding area giving you endless riding opportunities. The club meets the second Sunday of every month at 6:00 pm at the Legion Club in the city of Houston. Stay tuned for additional information.

Doubletree Carriage Company

Charming horse drawn transportation specializing in your special events.

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe